MOSAIC Documentary Screening

Content

"We Hold These Truths: Massachusetts History and Contemporary Activism on Screen"

What: Two film screenings that address the work of Massachusetts residents from past to present who worked for justice

Where: Umass Amherst Henry M. Thomas III Center at Springfield, 1500 Main ST. Tower Square, upper level (above Dunkin Donuts—follow directions for the food court).  Parking on street is free starting 5pm; $5.00 parking validation available for parking in Tower Square.

When: Thursday, November 5th, 4:30- 7:30

First film and discussion 4:30-5:30, MOSAIC, a 25 minute documentary film highlighting the transformational work of local leaders of color and other voices from the Connecticut River Valley to the Berkshires focusing on the intersection of racism and health.  Presented by SPHHS Western Ma Health Equity Network and the Center for Community Health Equity Research

Pizza served 5:30-6:00pm

Second short series of films, 6:00-7:30, Promises of the Revolution, presented by University Without Walls Dept. of Interdisciplinary Studies, produced by Mass Humanities and GBH—four short films examining American Revolution history through the lens of Black, LGBT+, youth, and Indigenous voices in Massachusetts.

Both screenings will be followed with Q & A and discussion with people involved with making the film.